Turkish Towel Company Peshtemal Towel

A peshtemal is a flat-woven towel, which makes it significantly thinner, lighter, and faster-drying than traditional terry cloth. While it feels different against the skin, it is highly absorbent and much easier to pack for travel or beach trips.

Yes. Because of the flat-woven construction, sand does not get trapped in loops like it does with terry cloth. A quick shake is usually all it takes to remove sand before packing up.

At 35 x 71 inches, they are quite generous in size. They provide ample coverage for lounging comfortably on the sand or a pool chair, and they are also large enough to be worn as a sarong or wrap.

These towels are machine washable, making them easy to maintain. We recommend washing them in cool or warm water and hanging them to dry to preserve the integrity of the cotton fibers.

Yes, 100% Turkish cotton tends to become softer and more absorbent with each wash. They may feel slightly crisp right out of the package, but they will break in beautifully over time.